Summer camp can be an important rite of passage in a child’s life. They get to make new friends and participate in fun activities. They also may wind up spending more time outdoors, where they are more likely to be exposed to ticks—and tick-borne infections like Lyme disease.
Children between the ages of 5 and 14 have a heightened risk of contracting Lyme disease in the first place. So summer camp can be a dangerous setting, particularly without parents present to nag their children about tick safety. Fortunately, with a little preparation, parents can help their children have a good time while staying safe from tick bites.
Here are a few simple guidelines to help prevent Lyme disease from ruining your child’s summer:
When parents take the right precautions and communicate with their children about the importance of tick safety, summer camp can be a fun and memorable experience for everyone.
In addition to encouraging parents to speak directly with their children, Project Lyme has also partnered with the Lyme Education and Awareness Foundation (L.E.A.F.) to ensure proper prevention tips are being utilized by camps around the country.
Beginning on June 20th, 2022, Dr. Nancy Fox and her team will be heading on the third Lyme Education tour where they are expected to reach at least 2,500 kids at camps. L.E.A.F. shares innovative and age-appropriate educational programming which this year will include a brochure developed by Project Lyme.
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The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) hosted its 2024 Annual Scientific Conference from November 7–10, 2024, at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas. This highly rated conference focuses on the theme "Redefining Lyme Disease: The Fusion of Science and Practice," bringing together healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates to advance the understanding and treatment of Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses.
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